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Friday, November 29, 2013

Gluten-free is going mainstream as nearly one-third of Americans seek to avoid gluten.

Panic must really be setting in for the wheat industry these days, as consumers increasingly seek to avoid food products that contain gluten. According to the latest available figures, as many as one in three people, or about 105 million Americans, now actively shun gluten due to diagnosed celiac disease, gluten sensitivity or intolerance, or personal choice, proving that the "gluten-free" designation has officially gone mainstream. Read more

Friday, November 22, 2013

Coconut oil has been a dietary and beauty staple for millennia. It’s a powerful destroyer of all kinds of microbes, from viruses to bacteria to protozoa, many of which can be harmful, and provides your body with high-quality fat that is critical for optimal health. Read more

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Are you a woman in your thirties or older who has always wished your breasts were bigger? When you were younger, expensive and potentially dangerous breast augmentation surgery was probably the only alternative you knew of, but nowadays natural breast enlargement is much better known. Can it help you?

Monday, November 18, 2013

Spanish researchers found tomato-based sauce contains as many as forty antioxidants which are believed to protect the heart from oxidative stress, but to=o get the health benefits the ingredients have to be combined in the sauce, rather than eaten separately.

The Mediterranean secret to longevity and a healthy heart is down to a simple tomato sauce, researchers believe.

Sofrito - made out of tomato as the main ingredient along with onion, olive oil, corn flour and occasionally garlic - is eaten widely around the Med but scientists could help prevent a heart attack or stroke.

Spanish researchers have found that tomato-based sauce contains as many as 40 antioxidants, called polyphenols, which are believed to protect the heart from 'oxidative stress.' Read more

Friday, November 15, 2013

Jonny Bowden has fifteen very simple rules to avoid the risk of dying early.

Back in 2007, the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) together with the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) issued their official recommendations on diet, physical activity, and weight management for cancer prevention. They based these recommendations on the best and most comprehensive scientific evidence currently available.

I’m going to tell you what these 8 recommendations are in just a minute, but there’s a more important issue we need to address first, namely: do the recommendations matter?

I mean, if following them made no difference, who needs to bother to know what they are? They only matter if they actually work.

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

You're right: everyone is always looking at your breasts - and it's not just guys who are guilty.

This may not come as a huge shock, but guys spend a good amount of time checking out your chest. But, uh, so do women. When shown a picture of a woman, both men and women spend more time looking at her breasts and waist than her face, according to a new study in the journal Sex Roles. Read more

Monday, November 11, 2013

It’s hard to live in a living world without some living organisms taking residence on or inside of your body. It might not be the most pleasant idea, but everyone is carrying bugs of some sort. Harmful organisms in the intestines and bacteria in the gut are among the most common. Another is Candida albicans. If you’ve ever experienced a yeast infection, then you probably know this one well. Although everyone has Candida, problems are unlikely to arise if it’s kept in balance. However, if an imbalance occurs, so may a yeast infection. Yeast infections can affect the mouth, skin and genitals (and that includes women AND men) and range in severity from inconvenient and uncomfortable to life-threatening. Additionally, overgrowth in the gastrointestinal tract may be a catalyst for serious problems if the fungus enters the blood stream.

Let’s take a look at a few other must-know facts about yeast infections. Read more

Friday, November 8, 2013

Fennel is not only a tasty culinary herb, it also has several health benefits.

If you’re looking to give that salad some extra zing or add flavor to a special recipe, fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a great choice. Not only does the bulb boast a slightly sweet flavor reminiscent of licorice making it an enjoyable addition to many meals, but it’s loaded with healthy benefits.

Maybe you currently enjoy fennel. Perhaps you’ve pondered the somewhat unusual-looking plant, a white bulb from which tall stalks protrude, only to pass it up in the store (however after reading this, we’re sure it’ll end up in your cart next time). Either way, fennel’s health benefits should not be overlooked. Here’s a deeper look at fennel, including some little-known fun facts. Read more

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Breasts are an important symbol of femininity, but what happens when your breasts are not as large or shapely as you would like them to be? Millions of women around the world deal with this issue. While some of them choose to undergo expensive and potentially dangerous surgery, there are many ways to enhance your breasts naturally. Natural breast enhancement methods include herbs, breast massage, hypnosis, diet, and even exercises for breast enhancement.

Monday, November 4, 2013

It may surprise you that one of the worst health crimes you're committing is as small as forgetting to take your contacts out at night. Here, tips to bounce back fast from long days in high heels, fast food, and more. Read more

Friday, November 1, 2013

Sarah was hoping to solve her headaches and poor digestion, but drinking three liters of water a day also took TEN YEARS off her face.

You might think I'd have little in common with a camel, but we do share one useful skill: both of us can go for a very long time without water.

Usually I start my day with a cup of tea, then I might have a glass of water with my lunch and one with dinner - that's about a litre of liquid in 24 hours. It feels like plenty, but apparently it's not nearly enough. Read more

About Me

I am originally from Chicago but moved to sunny Florida after
graduating from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a degree in
physical therapy. I am also an herbalist and Reiki Master. I work as a physical therapist.